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$ 20
Price: $19.95
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We didn’t just invent the blue jean—we also invented the first-ever jean shorts. An iconic style that defines your waist and hugs you in all the right places, our 501® Shorts blend with your personal aesthetic for all-around wear.
Package Dimensions : 11.81 x 10.79 x 1.85 inches; 14.07 ounces
Item model number : 85965-0032
Department : womens
Date First Available : June 4, 2021
Manufacturer : Levi’s
Asin: B096MZ8HV9
Best Sellers Rank: #261 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #1 in Women’s Denim Shorts
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Customers find these denim shorts well-made, comfortable, and flattering, particularly appreciating the high-rise design. The shorts receive positive feedback for their fit and style, with one customer noting the distressed detailing adds character. Customers disagree on the sizing, with some finding them true to size while others say they run small, and there are mixed opinions about the stretchiness and length.
Tracy –
Classic, Comfortable, and Timeless
These Levi’s 501 shorts are exactly what I was hoping for—classic, well-made, and flattering. The denim feels sturdy but still has a comfortable fit that gets better with wear. They sit just right on the waist and pair with everything from t-shirts to dressier tops. I love that they have the vintage look without feeling outdated. Sizing is true to Levi’s jeans, though if you like a looser fit, I’d suggest sizing up. Overall, they’re a wardrobe staple I’ll wear all summer long.
Makenna Snyder🫧💓🌷🫶🏻 –
Such a cute summer short
Ok, first of all these are such cute shorts and perfect for the summer. They are such good quality and make any outfit cute. I will say my only complaint would be that they run pretty small. I am 5’9 and 160 Ish pounds with some thicker thighs and usually wear a 28 I ended up getting a size 30 and they fit just right. I am probably going to wash them, and air dry them because I am not sure if they will shrink or not. I feel like they have a tiny bit of stretch in them but I wouldn’t bank on them stretching a whole bunch more just because of the material. They are a good length I am used to a little longer and they did ride up a tad but nothing too bad.
E.Ash –
Great to dress up or dress down
I always have trouble finding jeans that are “appropriate” for a mid-thirties year old that my butt isn’t hanging out if I were at a family function, but can still feel confident in on a date night. I have zero torso, so low-rise shorts make me feel like my crack may show, where sometimes they show too much cheek, especially with long legs. These fit perfectly, I teeter between sizes 26-29; it’s frustrating. These so far have fit the same, from wearing them multiple days to fresh out of the dryer. I have several of these shorts as far as colors go, and this one is my favorite. They are comfortable, with quality stitching and deep pockets that dont buldge or stick out full or with nothing in them.
Rawrr –
Sizing seems to vary.
I’m 5’5 115 lbs and usually a size 27 in levis, so that’s what i got. I got them in “lunar black” and “black deconstructed.” Not sure why, since both of these shorts are really similar except for one of them has more rips in them (I can’t remember exactly what i was thinking at the time when i ordered, but LOL I do remember feeling ridiculously torn about which ones to get!).Despite the fact that they’re supposed to be the same size, the “black deconstructed” pair was too small for me (both too short and tight). They did seem to have a 2.5 inch inseam, so maybe they were just tighter in the waist and forced me to pull them up higher? I don’t know, but they measured about 11inches long from the waist band to the bottom on the sides. They’re really cute, but small enough that i had to return them. Still considering if it’s worth ordering them in size 28 (since i’m keeping the other ones, probably not, but i also feel like i can never have too many pairs of shorts if i like them).The size 27 “lunar black” shorts measure nearly 12 inches long with a nearly 3 inch inseam. They weren’t as tight as the other pair and fit me like normal. You wouldn’t think it from looking at them though (i don’t know if it’s the cut or whatever, but they LOOK like they should be shorter than the other pair). I hate that they have a button fly (i find them so annoying!!!) but i like the style enough to deal with it.As for whether you should order up, Levis DOES advise sizing up with these. I ignored that, b/c I was worried that if i ordered these shorts too big they would look like a saggy diaper on me, but now i think one size bigger would be okay, so i say go for it. They are 100 percent cotton, so they’ll loosen up with wear, but they could also shrink depending on how you wash.
This card is absolutely awful. Had no idea it was ever created on my account. Still have issues to this day weeks after calling and “cancelling”. –
The impossible (finding shorts that fit right) is now possible. BEST. SHORTS. EVER
So I have been searching for a pair of shorts for the longest time that don’t absolutely destroy my confidence. I bought the Levi’s Women’s 501 Original Shorts in New (blow big horns) and all I can say is JUST GET THEM!!! This is the first review that I have ever left, and I cannot believe how perfect these fit. They are soft, stretchy, when I sit down my thighs aren’t uncomfortable. The shorts are flexible, flattering from all angles.For sizing reference, I am 5’8, 150lbs and my waist is 29. I ordered size 30 for these shorts. I could have even sized down, but they are a comfortable fit. There definitely is a little bit of extra space in the back, my build is a smaller waist, but i carry majority of my weight in my thighs and hips. As someone who is 5’8 with semi athletic/ semi curvy build, my butt is not sticking out, my thighs have room to breathe, they are the perfect length. It’s cute and tall approved.
Jillian and Ry’s Reviews –
The comfiest mom jean shorts!!
OBSESSED! I have searched high and low for mom style jean shorts that are still fashionable and mid high wasted and these are exactly what I’ve been searching for!! The only thing that I don’t love is that there is no zipper, it’s 5 buttons which is a little putsy to have to do everytime you go to the bathroom but it’s worth the hassle for high quality shorts – the material is super high quality with fantastic stitching, pocket size is perfect, great color and so so comfortable!! Once I got the first pair, I ordered 2 more in different colors!! I have photos of two different colors below
Anvsteez –
Sizing took a couple tries
For reference, I’m 5’5 120. I ordered this in 3 sizes based on the reviews in the “white” color which is really off white/cream. 26, 25, 24. 25 is my normal size and from what I read it didn’t seem like these shorts had any stretch so that’s why I ordered the 26 just in case. The 25 and the 26 fit almost the exact same, not sure how that’s possible but there was way too much room in both in the legs and the waist. I returned both and then ordered the 24. I am RARELY a 24 comfortably, even with stretch but the 24s fit really nice but still had some room tbh. I think they do have a little bit of stretch as they fit but I can easily fit a fist in the waist but they are super comfy. They are thick material and short but not too short and I have a shorter torso so they are just above my belly button. Thankful for easy returns with Amazon so I could get the sizing right. Overall great pair of shorts.
stefany perez –
Lo compre para unas vacaicones, llego antes de tiempo y me quedo justo pero bien, horma muy bonito y no esta tan corto como otros. Aguanto super bien las 4 usadas y la mojada. Excelente calidad y lo mejor lo compre en oferta
Mary Ann Sumague –
Seller is very understanding and reasonable ❤️ very good price compare to levis outlet. I definitely buy again. The items is Original ❤️ legit seller highly recommended 👍👍👍
Wanda Lee Tomm –
I normally take a 30-31 in Levi’s – these run a bit small. I could have got away with a 34 and they would be loose but the 33 fits just right. There isn’t any stretch. I love them but not sure if they are too short or not. I may wear a long shirt over them but they’re definitely a good quality and comfortable. Run small. By 1-2 sizes is my guess.
Allie –
True to size 27 same as all of my levis, no-stretch denim with the button fly. These are excellent quality, especially for the prime day price. There is an almost invisible line of stitching around the frayed ends so they dont run. Very flattering.
Mel –
Beat fit!